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event: Mansfield celebrates Wilder Days

The town of Mansfield pays tribute to one of its most famous residents - author Laura Ingalls Wilder - at this weekend's Wilder Days celebration. On Friday, entertainment starts at 5:30 p.m. on the town square with crafts, food and music. The festivities on the square continue Saturday, in addition to the Little Laura/Farmer Boy Pageant at 10 a.m. and a parade at 1 p.m. featuring actor Dean Butler from the "Little House on the Prairie" television program. Events will also be held at the historic Wilder Home, with a free shuttle service between the home and the square. The event is sponsored by Mansfield Chamber of Commerce. Info: 417-924-3525.